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The Challenge of 2019 was the 10th! Since this was kind of a milestone year for A to Z my theme was a retrospective of sorts, looking at my 10 years as a blogger as well as ruminations about my life as it is and as I hope it yet can be. I've got places to be and people to see along the way. Hope you'll join me for this part of my journey...

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Monday, November 24, 2014

In Memory of my Mother, Lois K. Jackson

Here is the obituary for the passing of my mother. I will continue to be sporadically on line for next few weeks.

Lois
Jackson, 85, died Friday morning November 21, 2014 after an extended illness.

She was
preceded in death by her husband Robert Lee Jackson who passed in 1990 and her
companion of 15 years George Lechelt who passed in 2012.

Lois
leaves five children: Robert Lee and his
wife Betty with their children Dan, Ada (spouse Tom Zdanowicz), Diana (Jeff
Bowen), Emilee, and Angelina; Joy and husband Jim Melchionda; Joni (whose late
husand was Jack Katon) and daughter Jamie (Barry Habel) ; Jay and his wife
Hallie with their daughter Cynthia (Sean Baxter); and Jeff.
Six great-grandchildren include Marley, Hallie Jane, Lillee, Grace,
Celeste, and Madisynn.

Born and
raised in Morgantown, WV, Lois was the daughter of Paul and Lessie
Trevillian. She attended West Virginia
University where she met Bob Jackson, her husband of 40 years. They moved to Maryville in 1966.

Lois was a
dancer whose specialty was acrobatic and tap.
After having met Bob who was a popular basketball player at WVU and a
juggler, the two married and put
together an acclaimed juggling act that eventually included their five
children. They performed throughout the
United States for four decades.

Ever the
congenial hostess, Lois welcomed visitors into her home and was much beloved by
her many friends as well as friends of her children.

Funeral
arrangements are with McCammon-Ammons-Click.
Friends are welcome to join the family at a graveside service at
Grandview Cemetery on Tuesday November 25, 2014 at 3 PM.

No matter what age, it is always sad when we lose someone dear to us. My heartfelt thoughts go to you and your family. I must say she looks gorgeous in this picture and what great memories you must all have. This and the family you are all part of is cherished. She must have enjoyed Dancing With The Stars. I have no idea why I mention that but it just came to me. She would have had a keen eye and her creativity has probably been given to many members of your family which is a treasure.

Lee, my deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Your mother's obituary is a lovely tribute to her full life. May your tears and sadness be soon replaced with loving memories, giggles and laughs as you remember the rich life you all shared. Sending you hugs and sympathy during this time of loss.

I'm so sorry about your mom, Lee. I know how close you were, and what a huge loss this is. It's a beautiful photo of your mom, and it sounds like she led a very interesting life. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please take care of each other.

She sounds like an amazing woman who TRULY LIVED. (I love the picture you included.)

I am so sorry for your loss. Since your father already passed, there is no pain like that of losing a parent. However, I can't imagine a much better reunion than the one that will take place in heaven... eventually (not too soon, mind you!). For our loved ones are NEVER lost; they have just beaten us to Gloryland.

I'm sorry to hear this news. Your mother lived a long life. My MIL was similar in age when she passed this past June. We both have lost VERY dear people this year. My heart aches for you. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers, Lee. May God's peace surround you during this sad time. Blessings!

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